1. Introducción
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II 40-Watt 1x12 Tube Combo Amp. It covers essential information for setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, ensuring optimal performance and longevity of your amplifier. The HT Club 40 Mark II features revoiced clean and overdrive channels, Blackstar's Infinite Shape Feature (ISF), two reverb textures, and a speaker-emulated output.
Please read this manual thoroughly before operating your amplifier to ensure safe and correct usage.
2. Instrucciones de seguridad importantes
- Leer instrucciones: Conserve este manual para futuras consultas.
- Preste atención a las advertencias: Follow all warnings on the amplifier and in this manual.
- Agua y humedad: No utilice este aparato cerca del agua ni lo exponga a goteos o salpicaduras.
- Calor: No lo instale cerca de fuentes de calor como radiadores, rejillas de calefacción, estufas u otros aparatos (incluidos ampificadores) que producen calor.
- Cable de alimentación: Proteja el cable de alimentación para que no sea pisado ni aplastado.
- Servicio: Encargue todas las tareas de mantenimiento a personal técnico cualificado. Se requiere realizar el mantenimiento cuando el aparato haya sufrido algún daño, como por ejemplo si el cable de alimentación o el enchufe están dañados, si se ha derramado líquido o han caído objetos en el interior del aparato, si el aparato ha estado expuesto a la lluvia o la humedad, si no funciona con normalidad o si se ha caído.
- Ventilación: Do not block any ventilation openings. Ensure proper airflow around the ampmás duradero.
- Toma de tierra: Este amplifier must be grounded. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug.
- Tubos: Tubo ampLos infladores funcionan a alto volumentages and generate significant heat. Do not attempt to replace tubes or service the internal components unless you are a qualified technician.
3. Producto terminadoview
3.1 Controles del panel frontal
El panel frontal proporciona acceso a todos los controles principales para dar forma a su amptono del lificador.
Imagen: Frente view of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplificador. Esta imagen muestra el amplifier's front face, including the Blackstar logo, speaker grille, and the entire control panel at the top. The control panel features input jacks, various knobs for Clean and Overdrive channels, EQ settings, Reverb, Master Volume, and Power/Standby switches.
- Aporte: Jack de 1/4" para conectar tu guitarra.
- Canal limpio:
- Volumen: Controla el nivel de salida general del canal limpio.
- Graves agudos: Tone controls for the clean channel.
- Interruptor de voz: Alters the clean channel's voicing for different tonal characteristics.
- Canal Overdrive:
- Ganar: Controla la cantidad de overdrive/distorsión.
- Volumen: Controls the overall output level of the overdrive channel.
- Graves, medios, agudos: Tone controls for the overdrive channel.
- ISF (Función de forma infinita): Sweeps between a 'British' and 'American' amplifier tone.
- Interruptor de voz: Alters the overdrive channel's voicing.
- Reverberación: Controla el nivel del efecto de reverberación digital incorporado.
- Volumen principal: Controla el volumen de salida general del ampmás duradero.
- Interruptor de espera: Lugares el amplifier in standby mode, allowing tubes to warm up or cool down without signal passing through.
- Interruptor de alimentación: Gira el ampmás vivaz encendido o apagado.
3.2 Conexiones del panel posterior
The rear panel provides various input and output connections for external devices and speaker configurations.
Imagen: Trasera view of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplifier. This image shows the back of the amplifier, detailing the mains input, fuse holder, speaker outputs, emulated output, effects loop (send/return), footswitch input, and USB audio port.
- Entrada de red: Para conectar el cable de alimentación suministrado.
- HT Fuse: Main power fuse. Ensure correct rating is used for replacement.
- Salidas de altavoz: Connections for external speaker cabinets. Ensure correct impedance matching (1x16 Ohm, 1x8 Ohm, 2x16 Ohm).
- Emulated Output: Provides a speaker-emulated signal for direct recording or connection to a PA system.
- Bucle de efectos (Enviar/Retorno): Para conectar pedales de efectos o procesadores externos.
- Pedal: Input for the supplied 2-way footswitch to switch channels and reverb.
- Audio USB: For direct recording to a computer.
4. Configuración
4.1 Desembalaje y colocación
Retire con cuidado el ampRetire el energizante de su embalaje. Coloque el amplifier on a stable, level surface, ensuring adequate ventilation around the unit. Avoid placing it near heat sources or in direct sunlight.
4.2 Conexión de alimentación
- Asegúrese de que amplifier's power switch is in the 'OFF' position and the standby switch is in 'STANDBY'.
- Connect the supplied mains power cable to the 'Mains Input' on the rear panel and then to a suitable grounded power outlet.
4.3 Connecting Your Instrument and Speakers
- Connect your guitar to the 'Input' jack on the front panel using a high-quality instrument cable.
- If using an external speaker cabinet, connect it to the appropriate 'Speaker Outputs' on the rear panel, ensuring correct impedance matching. The internal speaker is 16 Ohm.
- For silent practice or recording, connect to the 'Emulated Output' or 'USB Audio' as needed.
5. Instrucciones de funcionamiento
5.1 Encendido y apagado
- Encendido: With the standby switch in 'STANDBY', turn the 'Power' switch to 'ON'. Allow approximately 2-3 minutes for the tubes to warm up.
- After the warm-up period, switch the 'Standby' switch to 'ON' to activate the ampmás duradero.
- Apagado: Switch the 'Standby' switch to 'STANDBY'.
- Turn the 'Power' switch to 'OFF'.
5.2 Channel Operation
- Canal limpio: Use the 'Volume', 'Bass', and 'Treble' controls to dial in your desired clean tone. The 'Voice' switch provides additional tonal options.
- Canal Overdrive: Engage the overdrive channel using the footswitch or the front panel switch. Adjust 'Gain' for distortion level, 'Volume' for channel output, and 'Bass', 'Middle', 'Treble' for EQ. The 'ISF' control allows continuous blending between British and American amplifier characteristics. The 'Voice' switch offers further tonal variations.
5.3 Reverb and Master Volume
- Reverberación: Adjust the 'Reverb' knob to control the amount of digital reverb applied to your sound.
- Volumen principal: This control sets the overall output level of the amplifier, affecting both channels.
5.4 Emulated Output and USB Audio
- Emulated Output: Connect to a mixing console or recording interface for a speaker-emulated signal. This is useful for direct recording or live sound reinforcement without miking the speaker.
- Audio USB: Connect to your computer via a USB cable for direct digital recording. Refer to Blackstar's website for driver installation and software compatibility.
5.5 Reducción de potencia
The HT Club 40 Mark II features a power reduction option, allowing you to switch between 40 Watts and 4 Watts output. This is ideal for achieving saturated tube tones at lower volumes for home practice or smaller venues. Consult the amplifier's specific controls for engaging this feature, typically found on the rear panel or via a dedicated switch.
6. Mantenimiento
6.1 Limpieza
Limpiar el amplifier's exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Ensure the ampEl compresor se desenchufa antes de limpiarlo.
6.2 Reemplazo del tubo
Vacuum tubes have a finite lifespan and will eventually need replacement. Symptoms of worn tubes include reduced output, loss of tone, or excessive noise. Due to high internal voltages and the need for proper biasing, tube replacement and biasing should only be performed by a qualified service technician. Incorrect biasing can lead to premature tube failure and damage to the ampmás duradero.
6.3 Cuidados generales
- Evite exponer el ampLificador a temperaturas o humedad extremas.
- Transportar el amplifier carefully to prevent physical damage.
- Always use appropriate speaker cables for connections; never use instrument cables for speakers.
7. Solución de problemas
If you experience issues with your Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II, consult the following table. For problems not listed or if issues persist, contact qualified service personnel.
| Problema | Posible causa | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| Sin sonido | Power not on, standby engaged, faulty cable, speaker disconnected, faulty tube. | Ensure power is on and standby is disengaged. Check all cables. Verify speaker connection. Consult technician for tube issues. |
| Sonido débil o distorsionado | Worn tubes, incorrect settings, faulty instrument/cable. | Check gain and volume settings. Test with a different instrument/cable. Consult technician for tube inspection/replacement. |
| Zumbido o ruido excesivo | Ground loop, faulty power supply, proximity to interference, worn tubes. | Ensure proper grounding. Try a different power outlet. Move away from other electronic devices. Consult technician for tube or internal component issues. |
| Scratchy knobs/pots | Dust or wear in potentiometers. | This can sometimes be resolved with specialized contact cleaner, but often indicates wear. If persistent, professional servicing may be required. |
| Overdrive gain jumpy/unresponsive | Faulty potentiometer or circuit issue. | This indicates a component fault. Professional servicing is required. |
8. Especificaciones
Detailed technical specifications for the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II ampmás duradero.
Image: Dimensions of the Blackstar HT Club 40 Mark II amplificador. La imagen muestra el amplifier from an angled perspective with arrows and numerical labels indicating its width (29.13"), height (24.8"), and depth (14.96").
| Característica | Especificación |
|---|---|
| Número de modelo | 056309 |
| Salida Wattage | 40 vatios (conmutable a 4 vatios) |
| Vocero | 1x12 pulgadas |
| Canales | 2 (Limpio, Overdrive) |
| Controles | Volume, Bass, Treble (Clean); Gain, Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, ISF (Overdrive); Reverb Level, Master Volume |
| Efectos | Digital Reverb, Effects Loop |
| Conectividad | Guitar Input, Speaker Outputs (1x16 Ohm, 1x8 Ohm, 2x16 Ohm), Emulated Output, Footswitch, USB Audio |
| Dimensiones del producto (L x An x Al) | 14.96 x 29.13 x 24.8 pulgadas |
| Peso del artículo | 62.5 libras |
| Dispositivos compatibles | Guitarra |
| Material | Lead (Note: This refers to internal components, not external casing) |
| Fabricante | Estrella negra |
| Fecha de primera disponibilidad | 1 de noviembre de 2017 |
9. Garantía y soporte
Blackstar products are manufactured to the highest standards. For information regarding warranty coverage, terms, and conditions, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Blackstar Amplificacion websitio.
For technical support, service inquiries, or to locate an authorized service center, please visit the Blackstar Amplification official website or contact their customer support directly. Always provide your product model number (056309) and serial number when seeking support.
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